Emma Todd, Gut Microbiome PhD Candidate
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Emma Todd, Gut Microbiome PhD Candidate
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I am a PhD candidate researching the interplay of the gut microbiome, lifestyle, and mental health at the Food and Mood Centre at Deakin University. Passionate science communicator.
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Hi all! I'm a PhD candidate at the Food and Mood centre, Deakin University.

My thesis is examining how we can leverage the interaction between lifestyle and the gut microbiome to predict depression risk using Machine Learning.

Follow for all things microbiome, ML, and data visualisation :)
I've had the amazing opportunity to participate in Future Science Talks at MICF this year! If you like scientific-comedy, or are a fan of copious powerpoint animations, then come to the show! Tickets can be bought here: lnkd.in/gRdqfJBw or through scanning the QR code in the flyer.
March 27, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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I'm officially one of the next #SuperstarsOfSTEM !!!

I have been chosen by Science & Technology Australia as one of 60 STEM professionals to take part in the Superstars program for 2025-2026.

I'm excited to learn lots, meet my fellow Superstars, and inspire the next generation of scientists 🌟
December 12, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Have you ever wondered what sorts of inputs would make the best machine learning model for common mental disorders? Are ML studies making the most of the promise surrounding Lifestyle Psychiatry? Well I set out to investigate this in my first PhD paper which has just been published! lnkd.in/gVMJnabs
December 12, 2024 at 12:51 AM
#TidyTuesday turned into more of a TidyThursday for me - need to get back into the swing of things. For some reason I felt compelled to make a map for this one. Not sure it's the most visually interesting plot I've made but it was cool to try some new things (maps and animation!)
November 28, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Tomorrow I'll be presenting at the CARN seminar series. If you want to hear some fun facts about the gut microbiome, along with some insights into the implementation of plant based diets from my co-presenter Linda Smillie feel free to come along! Register here: lnkd.in/g4PaRpVW
November 19, 2024 at 10:53 PM
If you're keen to hear a snapshot of my PhD, feel free to check out my #3MT talk on Deakin's Youtube channel. While you're there, I'd highly recommend checking the playlist of the other entrants - it was an amazing year! www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvVD...
2024 Deakin University - Three Minute Thesis (3MT®): Emma Todd (Runner-up)
YouTube video by Deakin University
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November 14, 2024 at 10:28 PM
Hi all! I'm a PhD candidate at the Food and Mood centre, Deakin University.

My thesis is examining how we can leverage the interaction between lifestyle and the gut microbiome to predict depression risk using Machine Learning.

Follow for all things microbiome, ML, and data visualisation :)
November 14, 2024 at 11:23 AM